Administrative Skills, Board Meeting, Business Growth, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Event Management, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Networking Events, New Store Openings, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Photography, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
PART-TIME EVENTS COORDINATOR / OFFICE ASSISTANT
Location: Southeast Los Angeles County, CA
Schedule: Approximately 3 days per week in-office, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed for events.
Position Summary
A local business membership organization is seeking an organized, dependable, and personable individual who enjoys working with people and supporting the local business community. This role serves as a key representative of the organization, helping coordinate events, engage with members, and build relationships that strengthen and grow the business community.
Key Responsibilities
Event Coordination
* Attend and assist with networking events, grand openings, business mixers, community events, and board meetings.
* Coordinate event logistics with local businesses, venues, sponsors, and vendors.
* Prepare event materials, promotional collateral, membership information, and registration documents.
* Assist with event setup, guest registration, photography coordination, and attendee engagement.
* Support event planning efforts from concept through execution.
Office & Membership Support
* Answer incoming phone calls, emails, and general inquiries.
* Retrieve, organize, and distribute mail and communications.
* Maintain accurate records of memberships, events, and organizational communications.
* Assist with membership applications, renewals, and member follow-up.
* Welcome members, prospective members, and guests while promoting programs, events, and membership benefits.
* Provide general administrative support to leadership and board members as needed.
Qualifications
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
* Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
* Self-motivated and able to work independently.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Previous administrative, customer service, event coordination, hospitality, nonprofit, chamber, or community relations experience preferred.
Personal Attributes
* Friendly, professional, and approachable.
* Comfortable networking with business owners, community leaders, and professionals.
* Positive, enthusiastic, and customer-service focused.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
* A natural ambassador who enjoys connecting people, building relationships, and fostering community engagement.
Compensation
Up to $25/hr
* Part-time position
* Flexible schedule
* Opportunity to work closely with local business and community leaders
* Community-focused and relationship-driven environment